What are the responsibilities and job description for the Solid Waste Facility Manager II position at County of Accomack?
Are you passionate about protecting our environment and public service? Accomack County is seeking a dedicated Solid Waste Facility Manager to manage the operation of one of the County’s Solid Waste facilities and help ensure our Solid Waste operations meet all local, state, and federal environmental and health regulations.
What You’ll Do
In this dynamic role, you’ll combine technical expertise with hands-on fieldwork and administrative responsibilities. Key duties include:
- Ensuring compliance with environmental and health regulations
- Providing technical guidance and regulatory support
- Assisting with environmental inspections and groundwater remediation
- Conducting staff training on regulator and operational requirements
- Supporting landfill permitting, billing, and receipt processing
- Managing landfill leachate operations, including the operation and maintenance of the County’s Leachate Treatment Facility
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Five (5) to nine (9) years’ previous experience and/or training that includes heavy equipment operation, maintenance, repair, and managing solid waste operations
- Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree or higher and/or vocational/technical certification in maintenance and repair, medium or heavy equipment operation
- Ten (10) or more years of previous experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- Waste Management Facility Operator License (Class I & II)
Employment Requirements
- Satisfactory completion of a background check
- Medical exam including drug screening
- DMV records checks are required prior to employment and annually thereafter.
Apply Now!
The job description is available for review. Electronic applications are preferred, but paper applications are accepted if complete. The position is open until filled with the review of applications beginning on Thursday, November 19, 2026.
For questions, or to request accommodation, please contact: Human Resources, 757-787-5705 or AskHR@co.accomack.va.us
Accomack County is committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.
Pay: $45,910.00 - $59,685.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,910 - $59,685